Lila Perl

Twelve-year-old Isabel has no interest in the war in Europe until her family welcomes Helga, a German war refugee, into their home in the Bronx.

Text and photographs examine the mummies and tombs of ancient Egypt.

Presents historical anecdotes from each of the fifty states, with an emphasis on women and ethnic minorities.

Brief descriptions of several Hispanic holidays as they are celebrated in North, Central, and South America.

Focuses on each day of the week, describing the cultural and linguistic origin of the name, the popular superstitions connected with that day, and the major holidays falling on that day.

Fourteen-year-old Katie lies to her secret diary, writing what she wished would happen, rather than what did happen--and in so doing, she learns how to make wishful thinking a reality.

"Presents accounts of narrow escapes executed by oppressed individuals and groups while illuminating social issues and the historical background that led to the event known as the Holocaust"--Provided by publisher.

When Daphne comes to visit Pamela and the two cousins become involved with a shopping bag lady, Pamela becomes less self-centered.